HeyJaredThirst for Knowledge
What do you get when you mix 1 part scientist, 1 part animator and 3 parts fun, a recipe for a good listen. Join microbiologist Dr. Lex and scicommer Benjamin Salles as they discuss this history, the lore, the pop culture and the science around different types of alcohol.
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Season 2 Ep 9 - Sapphires (opens the original)
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This month we're talking all about the September birthstone, sapphire. Sapphires are the chameleons of the gemstone world, coming in almost any color of the rainbow. Join us as we explore all things sapphire and try sapphire-themed cocktails. And always remember to drink, and science, responsibly. Thirst for Knowledge is an Erevna Media and Science Actually production. Our audio engineer is Dimos Katsis. If you like us, please subscribe and leave a review
Season 2 Ep 8 - Peridot (opens the original)
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Look at us getting our episode out early in the month! Progress! This month we're talking all about the August birthstone, peridot. This beautiful green stone surprised both with its history and the science around it. Join us as we explore all things peridot and try peridot-themed cocktails. And always remember to drink, and science, responsibly. Thirst for Knowledge is an Erevna Media and Science Actually production. Our audio engineer is Dimos Katsis. If you like us, please subscribe and leave
Season 2 Ep 7 - Rubies (opens the original)
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Summer is halfway over but the fun is still going on TFK. This month we dive into all things ruby. In this episode, we chat about why rubies are just red sapphires, where lasers come from and touch on some cursed gems. So grab something to sip on and come and learn with us. And remember to drink and science responsibly. TFK is a production of Erevna Media and Science, Actually. As always, like, subscribe, share and give us a good rating. We appreciate the love. OK February babies. We didn't forg
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